Art by Vivian Hsia The 2022 Australian Open kicked off the tennis grand slam season in style Jan. 9-30. Ashleigh Barty won the women’s singles title Jan. 29, becoming the first Australian woman to claim a singles title at the event in 44 years. Then, Jan. 30, Rafael Nadal overcame a two-set deficit to beat Daniil Medvedev and claimed his record-breaking 21st grand slam … [Read more...] about Hot Shots: Saying No to Novak Djokovic
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Hot Shots: Warriors On Pace to Win the 2021-22 NBA Championship
Oh, how quickly they forget. It’s funny how time works, right? It feels like it wasn’t too long ago when the Golden State Warriors completed a dynasty for the ages, winning three championships in five years. Since the departure of current Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant, experts have quickly written off the Warriors, especially since Warriors guard Klay Thompson … [Read more...] about Hot Shots: Warriors On Pace to Win the 2021-22 NBA Championship
Hot Shots: Sports Reigns Supreme
Art by Samantha Miller Over the past semester, a number of my many fans and admirers have asked me the following question: Why do you write for the Sports section? My answer is always the same: Because Sports is the best section, of course! For one thing, sports reporting provides unprecedented access to players and coaches. Have you ever screamed through your television at … [Read more...] about Hot Shots: Sports Reigns Supreme
Hot Shots: Joe Jackson is a Shoe-in for Hall of Fame
Art by Autumn HardwickAs a Chicago White Sox fan, I was disappointed watching my team fall to the Houston Astros in the ALDS on Oct. 12, but that’s a discussion for another time. Instead, let’s delve into the White Sox's past. I mean, waaay into their past.Bluntly stated, “Shoeless” Joe Jackson should be in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. … [Read more...] about Hot Shots: Joe Jackson is a Shoe-in for Hall of Fame
Hot Shots: Football — I’ll Pass
Art by Samantha MillerSo what's the big deal with American football? Like, what is everyone cheering for? While you may be able to see the quarterback throw a 40-yard pass to the wide receiver for a touchdown, there is simply too much to focus on when it comes to football. It's time for people to get over the hype, and realize football is the most unsatisfying sport to watch … [Read more...] about Hot Shots: Football — I’ll Pass
